Description

Cytochalasinm is a potent cell-permeable mycotoxin and a specific inhibitor of actin polymerization, widely used as a critical research tool in cell biology. Its ability to disrupt microfilament organization makes it invaluable for studying cytoskeletal dynamics, cell motility, and cytokinesis. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, life science research, and biotechnology, where precise control over cellular processes is required.

Application

• Cell Biology Research: Used to study actin filament dynamics, cell division (cytokinesis), and cell motility by disrupting the microfilament network.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: Serves as a reference standard and a tool compound in assays targeting the cytoskeleton for drug discovery programs.
• Cancer Research: Employed to investigate the role of actin in tumor cell invasion, metastasis, and apoptosis.
• Developmental Biology: Applied in studies of embryogenesis and morphogenesis where actin polymerization is crucial.
• Neuroscience Research: Utilized to examine synaptic vesicle trafficking and neuronal growth cone dynamics.
• Biochemical Reagent: Acts as a key component in kits and reagents for cytoskeleton and cell signaling studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cytochalasinm
CAS No.	79648-73-0
Molecular Formula	C29H37NO5
Molecular Weight	479.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Cytochalasin M; Cytochalasin 23; NSC 332598; Phomin; [1S-(1α,7β,10aβ,11E,13E,15α,16S*)]-13-Ethyl-8,16-dihydroxy-4,4,7,10a,11-pentamethyl-3,14-dioxo-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,7,8,9,10,10a,11,12,15,16,16a-octadecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-11-yl 2-methyl-2-butenoate
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Quality Control

Our Cytochalasinm is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry, cool place. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and potency. Allow the vial to warm to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, ethanol; slightly soluble in water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.